Meet Restore: Because Your Gut Needs More Than Another Probiotic

Bloating after meals. Unpredictable bowel movements. A stomach that seems to react to everything. Sound familiar?

Maybe you've tried cutting out gluten, dairy or half your favourite foods. Perhaps you've worked your way through probiotics, fibre supplements and expensive gut health products.

Yet your digestion still feels like a daily guessing game.

Here's something worth knowing: supporting your gut isn't just about what you remove from your diet. It's also about what you feed the trillions of microorganisms living inside it.

That's the thinking behind our newest product.

Introducing Restore, Glowable's naturopath-formulated Mango Passionfruit gut health powder, created to support your gut microbiome, digestive health and the fascinating connection between your gut and your brain.

And no, it's not just another probiotic.

Why we created Restore

At Glowable, we've always believed that good health starts with understanding how different systems in the body work together.

Our first product, Adapt, was developed to support the body's response to stress and promote a healthier, more balanced nervous system.

But there's another piece of the puzzle that deserves just as much attention.

Your gut.

As a clinical naturopath, I've seen how frequently digestive complaints appear alongside stress, poor sleep, fatigue and changes in mood.

Women often describe feeling bloated despite eating well. Others struggle with irregular bowel movements, abdominal discomfort or feeling unusually sensitive to certain foods.

And many have spent years trying to work out what they're doing wrong.

The truth is, gut health is incredibly complex.

It involves your gut microbiome, intestinal lining, digestive processes, nervous system and even your emotional wellbeing.

That's why I wanted to formulate something that went beyond simply adding more bacteria to the gut.

Something that considered what those bacteria need to thrive, how the gut environment functions and why digestive health and mental wellbeing are so closely connected.

After extensive ingredient research and formulation development, Restore was born.

Meet Restore: A different approach to daily gut health

Restore combines four carefully selected ingredients:

• Fibalance™ Partially Hydrolysed Guar Gum (PHGG): A low FODMAP soluble prebiotic fibre that helps nourish beneficial gut bacteria.

• LactoSpore® Bacillus coagulans: A researched probiotic strain with emerging evidence relating to digestive comfort, microbiome health and the gut-brain connection.

• Pomegranate fruit extract: A source of polyphenols that interact with the gut microbiome.

• L-Threonine: An amino acid that forms part of the proteins found in the intestinal mucosa.

Each ingredient was selected for a specific reason.

Together, they provide a combination of prebiotic fibre, probiotics, plant polyphenols and amino acid nutrition.

Let's take a closer look.

1. Fibalance™ PHGG: Because your good gut bacteria need feeding

You've probably heard plenty about probiotics.

But what about prebiotics?

While probiotics introduce specific microorganisms, prebiotics provide nourishment for beneficial microorganisms already living in your digestive tract.

Think of it this way.

Probiotics introduce the guests. Prebiotics help provide the food.

Restore contains Fibalance™, a premium partially hydrolysed guar gum (PHGG).

PHGG is a soluble, fermentable prebiotic fibre produced from guar gum through a process that breaks down its structure.

Unlike traditional coarse bulking fibres, PHGG is designed to disperse easily into liquids.

It's also considered a low FODMAP fibre, making it an interesting option for people who find certain fermentable carbohydrates difficult to tolerate.

What makes PHGG interesting?

Research into PHGG has explored its effects on:

• The growth of beneficial gut bacteria.

• Gut microbiome composition.

• Stool consistency and bowel habits.

• Digestive discomfort, including bloating and gas.

One randomised, placebo-controlled clinical trial involving 44 participants found that PHGG consumption influenced gut microbiota, including an increase in Bifidobacterium.

Other clinical research has investigated PHGG in people experiencing symptoms associated with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

The findings are promising, although individual responses and study outcomes vary.

What makes PHGG particularly interesting is that it supports the microbial environment rather than simply providing extra bulk.

Because increasing your fibre intake isn't just about how much fibre you eat. The type of fibre matters too.

2. LactoSpore®: A probiotic with a fascinating gut-brain connection

Not all probiotics are the same.

Different strains have different characteristics, and their effects cannot automatically be considered interchangeable.

That's why Restore contains LactoSpore®, a branded probiotic ingredient containing Bacillus coagulans MTCC 5856.

This particular strain has been investigated in human clinical studies examining digestive health, microbiome composition and psychological wellbeing.

Beyond digestive health

One particularly interesting area of LactoSpore® research involves the relationship between the gut and the brain.

In a small, randomised, placebo-controlled pilot study, researchers investigated Bacillus coagulans MTCC 5856 in 40 people experiencing IBS alongside major depressive disorder.

Over 90 days, researchers observed improvements in several measured outcomes among participants receiving the probiotic compared with placebo.

Although this was a relatively small study involving a specific population, it highlights an exciting area of research.

The relationship between gut microorganisms and psychological wellbeing is much more complex than previously understood.

Additional research has explored the strain's effects on digestive symptoms and the composition of the gut microbiome.

This is exactly why we wanted to include a researched, clearly identified probiotic strain in Restore.

Because your digestive health and mental wellbeing aren't completely separate conversations.

3. Pomegranate extract: More than just a pretty fruit

Pomegranate has attracted increasing scientific interest for its naturally occurring polyphenols.

Polyphenols are plant compounds found in foods such as berries, tea, cacao and pomegranates.

But here's where things get particularly interesting.

Pomegranates contain compounds called ellagitannins, which can be broken down into ellagic acid and further transformed by certain gut microorganisms.

One group of compounds produced through this microbial process is known as urolithins.

And one particular metabolite, urolithin A, has become an exciting topic in research relating to cellular health and ageing.

Your gut bacteria are part of the process

When you consume pomegranate polyphenols, certain gut microorganisms can metabolise their ellagitannin-derived compounds into urolithins.

However, not everyone produces the same metabolites.

Research suggests that urolithin production varies considerably between individuals, partly because of differences in their gut microbiomes.

Some people produce urolithin A efficiently. Others produce different metabolites or very little.

That's a fascinating example of how our gut bacteria influence what happens to compounds we consume.

It's also why we shouldn't assume that consuming pomegranate extract automatically produces a particular amount of urolithin A.

Restore includes pomegranate fruit extract as a source of plant polyphenols, adding another dimension to its microbiome-focused formulation.

It's not just about the nutrients in your food. Your gut microorganisms also influence how some of those nutrients are transformed.

4. L-Threonine: An amino acid with an important role in the gut

When most people hear the words "amino acids", they immediately think about protein, muscles and exercise recovery.

But amino acids are involved in far more than muscle growth.

Restore contains L-Threonine, an essential amino acid that your body cannot manufacture on its own.

Threonine contributes to protein synthesis and is found in mucins, the proteins that form a major part of the mucus covering your intestinal lining.

Why does the intestinal mucus layer matter?

Your intestinal lining performs several important jobs.

It helps regulate what passes from your digestive tract into your body while maintaining a physical and biological interface with the microorganisms living in your gut.

The mucus layer is an important part of this system.

It helps separate microorganisms from intestinal epithelial cells and contributes to the gut's protective environment.

Because threonine is a component of mucin proteins, it has attracted scientific interest in intestinal mucosal nutrition.

Including L-Threonine in Restore reflects our interest in the structures that support normal gut function, alongside the microbiome itself.

It's another reminder that gut health involves more than bacteria alone.

Your gut and brain are constantly communicating

Ever experienced butterflies before an important meeting?

Or noticed your digestion changes when you're stressed?

That's your gut-brain connection in action.

Your gastrointestinal tract and brain communicate through several interconnected pathways, including:

• The nervous system, particularly the vagus nerve.

• Hormonal and stress-response pathways.

• Immune signalling.

• Compounds produced during microbial metabolism.

Stress can influence gastrointestinal motility, secretion and sensitivity. It may also affect the intestinal environment and microbiome.

Meanwhile, gut microorganisms can produce or modify compounds that participate in signalling pathways relevant to the nervous system.

This relationship is often called the gut-brain axis.

It's a two-way communication system.

And while research is still establishing exactly how individual probiotic strains and dietary compounds affect this relationship in humans, it's a fascinating area of nutritional science.

For Glowable, it's also a natural extension of the work we started with Adapt.

Adapt focuses on stress and nervous system support. Restore focuses on gut health, with an additional mood-support option.

Two different formulations, developed with the understanding that our body's systems don't operate in isolation.

Why Restore isn't your typical fibre supplement

We know that many women have already tried fibre supplements.

And plenty haven't enjoyed the experience.

Some are thick, gritty or unpleasant to drink. Others are difficult to fit into a consistent routine.

Restore was developed with everyday use in mind.

It's a refreshing Mango Passionfruit powder that mixes into water.

No swallowing handfuls of capsules. No thick, flavourless fibre drink.

Just a simple addition to your daily routine.

What makes Restore different?

• Naturopath-formulated with four carefully selected functional ingredients.

• Includes Fibalance™ low FODMAP prebiotic fibre.

• Contains the researched LactoSpore® probiotic strain.

• Combines microbiome-focused ingredients with L-Threonine.

• Features pomegranate polyphenols.

• Naturally flavoured Mango Passionfruit.

• No added sugar.

• No added gluten, dairy, egg or soy ingredients.

• One daily serving for gut health support.

And perhaps most importantly, the formulation has been developed with a clear purpose.

No enormous ingredient list just for the sake of it.

Every ingredient has a job.

How to take Restore

Restore is designed to fit easily into your daily routine.

For gut health support:

Mix one level scoop into 200 mL of water, once daily.

For gut and mood support:

Mix one level scoop into 200 mL of water, twice daily.

The twice-daily serving is important. Restore's mood-support positioning is based on that dosage, not the once-daily gut-health serving.

Each tub contains 30 serves, providing:

• 30 days of gut health support at one serve daily.

• 15 days of gut and mood support at two serves daily.

Restore is intended to complement a nutritious, varied diet, not replace one.

And while prebiotic fibres can be valuable additions to your routine, everyone's digestive system is different. Some people may notice temporary changes in gas or bowel habits when increasing fermentable fibre.

Consistency matters, but so does listening to your body.

Gut health doesn't start and end with a supplement

There's something important I want to make clear.

You cannot supplement your way out of a lifestyle that consistently works against your health.

And you shouldn't have to eliminate every food you enjoy to feel like you're doing something positive for your gut.

A healthier gut environment is supported by everyday habits, including:

• Eating a varied diet with a range of fibre-rich plant foods.

• Including different sources of dietary polyphenols.

• Staying adequately hydrated.

• Moving your body regularly.

• Getting sufficient sleep.

• Finding practical ways to manage ongoing stress.

• Avoiding unnecessary dietary restrictions.

That's why education has always been such an important part of Glowable.

Restore is designed to sit alongside these habits as part of a broader approach to digestive wellbeing.

Not another quick fix.

Not another reason to obsess over everything you eat.

Just a thoughtfully formulated way to support your gut.

Ready to give your gut some attention?

For too long, gut health conversations have focused on avoiding foods, eliminating ingredients or endlessly searching for the next probiotic.

But there's another side worth exploring.

Nourishing your existing gut microorganisms. Understanding the role of prebiotic fibres. Supporting the nutritional foundations of your intestinal environment. And recognising the connection between digestion, stress and wellbeing.

That's the thinking behind Restore.

Four carefully selected ingredients. One refreshing Mango Passionfruit powder. A more considered approach to daily gut support.

We can't wait for you to try it.

Meet Restore. Your new daily gut health ritual.

SHOP RESTORE

Restore is a food supplement intended to complement a balanced diet. It is not suitable for children under 15 years or pregnant women except under medical or dietetic supervision. Persistent or unexplained digestive symptoms should be assessed by a qualified health professional.